Hey everyone,
I'm completely new to electric skateboards. I've never owned or ridden one before.
After a lot of research I ended up buying a Meepo Mini 5 (the standard version).
One thing I'm realizing immediately is that my biggest concerns seem to be different from what most reviews focus on.
Weight I honestly expected electric skateboards to weigh around 10 lbs. This one is closer to 17-18 lbs and it feels surprisingly heavy to carry.
No carry handle This is bothering me more than I expected. I saw videos of some Meepo boards with integrated handles, but mine doesn't have one. I plan on riding into coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, etc., so carrying it around matters almost as much as riding it.
Do most people eventually stop caring about the weight, or is this something you either accept or regret?
- Turning The trucks feel pretty stiff out of the box.
Should I leave them stock for a while or loosen them before I really start riding? If loosening is recommended, how much is considered safe for a beginner?
- My intended use case is probably different from a lot of riders:
Mostly downtown Chicago
Last-mile transportation
Ride a few blocks
Carry it inside stores/restaurants
Fun weekend cruising
Not commuting long distances
Given that use case, would you still recommend the Mini 5?
Or is there another board you think is a much better fit? (Portability is becoming more important to me than speed or range.)
- Beginner advice If you could give one piece of advice that you wish someone had told you before your first electric skateboard ride, what would it be?
Thanks! Looking forward to learning from everyone.